Robbery attempt fails due to unclear demand

Michael Buettner

Failure to communicate has foiled many a would-be robber over the years. In one notorious example, a robber fled the scene empty-handed after a bank teller burst out laughing when she read the note he had just handed her demanding “all of your 10s, 20s and 30s.”

But there’s nothing funny about having someone point a gun at you on a dark street:

• A pizza delivery driver who had just delivered a pizza to a unit in the R.L. Henry Apartments in the 5200 block of Goolsby Court around 9:30 p.m. on April 14 was approached by a masked suspect. The suspect displayed a handgun, stepped toward the driver and said he would take “that.” Unsure what the suspect meant by “that,” the driver asked, “What do you want?” The suspect turned and fled on foot into the apartment complex. No items were stolen.

Anyone who has information about this incident or any other crime is asked to call Crime Solvers at 748-0660. You can also submit a tip at www.crimesolvers.net or text WATSON plus your tip to 274637 (CRIMES).

In other crimes:

Amberdale Drive – Unknown suspect(s) broke the glass in the front door to enter Margaretha’s Hair Care in the 9500 block on April 9. Cash and miscellaneous items were reported stolen.

Avon Estates (Busy Street) – Unknown suspect(s) entered Dunkin’ Donuts in the 11500 block on April 9 through the drive-through window. Information on stolen items was not provided.

Bellwood Terrace (Noel Street) – An apartment in the 2500 block was entered on April 9 by unknown suspect(s) through an unlocked bedroom window. The unit was ransacked, and cash, consumable goods, electronic devices, jewelry and miscellaneous items were reported stolen.